Hancock county, TN
Hancock County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]
Hancock County is a county located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,819, making it the fourth-least populous county in Tennessee. Its county seat is Sneedville.
Healthcare in Hancock County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Hancock County, Tennessee is primarily provided by a mix of private and public healthcare facilities. These facilities offer a range of services, from primary care to specialized treatments.
Wellmont Hancock County Hospital[edit | edit source]
Wellmont Hancock County Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Sneedville, Tennessee. It is the only hospital in Hancock County and serves as the primary healthcare provider for the county's residents. The hospital offers a range of services, including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and diagnostic imaging.
Rural Health Services Consortium, Inc.[edit | edit source]
Rural Health Services Consortium, Inc. is a non-profit organization that operates several healthcare facilities in northeastern Tennessee, including a clinic in Sneedville. The clinic provides primary care services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and behavioral health services.
Hancock County Health Department[edit | edit source]
The Hancock County Health Department is a public health agency that provides a variety of health services to the residents of Hancock County. These services include immunizations, health education, and disease prevention programs.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Hancock County ranks 94th out of 95 counties in Tennessee for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. The county also has a higher than average rate of uninsured individuals.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
While Hancock County, Tennessee has several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services, the county faces significant health challenges. Efforts to improve health outcomes in the county will require addressing these challenges and ensuring that all residents have access to quality healthcare services.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Hancock county, TN
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathcote John 1295117836 | M | Other | 2015 | Internal Medicine | Sneedville | TN | 37869 |
Hancock county, TN - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fisher Richard 1316000839 | MD | M | University Of Miami, Lm Miller School Of Medicine | 1982 | Hospitalist | Family Practice | Sneedville | TN | 37869 |
Allied healthcare providers
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scholz Lisa 1164734885 | F | Other | 2021 | Nurse Practitioner | Sneedville | TN | 37869 |
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